Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with source in American Collocation
source
noun
countable
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
good
Researchers in the US have found that baby teeth may be a rich source of stem cells.
important
Siberia has been a major source of diamonds for some time.
main or original
The principal source of internal noise in classrooms is the children!
possible
Producers cannot ignore such a potential source of profit.
external
The City Council borrowed £5m from outside sources.
many
There are multiple sources of error including illegible or incorrect prescriptions.
only
A tiny window would have been the only source of natural daylight.
constant
My colleagues are a constant source of pride to me.
of energy: environmentally friendly
Suppliers are sourcing an ever increasing amount of electricity from renewable sources.
money
The rest of the money has been contributed by the other funding sources.
energy
Refrigerators should be sited in well ventilated areas away from heat sources.
food or water
The scheme brings food supplies directly to villages and offers the people a vital food source.
something undesirable
These areas are far away from pollution sources such as cities and industries.
be or provide a source of something
Trusts and Foundations are an important source of financial support.
find a source of something
His particular passion is fixing problems, especially locating noise sources and working out ways of silencing them.
use a source
Her work draws upon many sources of inspiration.
show what the source of something is
A brief message indicates the source of the error.
come from a source
The West’s energy imports come from many sources.
get something from a source
Pulp is often made from waste paper which is obtained from local sources.